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Towers at Forest Acres
2050 N Beltline BlvdColumbia, SC 29204
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4425 E Chapel StColumbia, SC 29205
2714 Forest Dr
ColumbiaSC29204
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3431 Covenant RdColumbia, SC 29204
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4427 Blossom StColumbia, SC 29205
2508 Laurel St
ColumbiaSC29204
1403-1407 McArthur Ave
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1800-1-1800 1/2 Cherry Laurel Dr
ColumbiaSC29204
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Arrington Place Apartments
1720 Van Heise StColumbia, SC 29204
2121-2123 Tugaloo Ave
ColumbiaSC29205
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1004 Pine St, Unit A1
1004 Pine StColumbia, SC 29205
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1004 Pine StColumbia, SC 29205
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1004 Pine StColumbia, SC 29205
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Ravenwood Hills
4215 Bethel Church RdColumbia, SC 29206
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The Cooper
4214 Bethel Church RdColumbia, SC 29206
1523-1525 Woodbine Ct
ColumbiaSC29206
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2429 Monroe St
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2511 Youman St
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1908 St Louis Ave
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Barkoot Apartments
4679 Fort Jackson BlvdColumbia, SC 29209
1229 King St
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3202 Colin Kelly Dr
ColumbiaSC29204
225 Myron Cir
ColumbiaSC29209
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Lamplighter Apartments
1730 Windover StColumbia, SC 29204
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271 Myron Cir
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4103 Devine St
ColumbiaSC29205
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Spring Gardens
325 Percival RdColumbia, SC 29206
2447 Gervais St
ColumbiaSC29204
103 Sunrise Ave
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2833 Wesley Dr
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2505 Blossom St
ColumbiaSC29205
2239 Center St
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2225 Waites Rd
ColumbiaSC29204
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2411 Blossom St
2411 Blossom StColumbia, SC 29205
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801 King St
801 King StColumbia, SC 29205
121 Brookland Cir
ColumbiaSC29204
902 Pine St
ColumbiaSC29205
3015 English Ave
ColumbiaSC29204
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5000 Forest
5000 Forest DrColumbia, SC 29206
108-110 Kilbourne Rd
ColumbiaSC29205
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East Columbia, Columbia, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,527 | $925 | $2,009 |
| East Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $798 | $2,025 |
| East Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $950 | $3,175 |
| East Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,054 | $1,100 | $3,450 |
| East Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,572 | $1,267 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Available East Columbia Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Columbia area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Capri Apartments priced from $925. Towers at Forest Acres has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable East Columbia apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capri Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 2D - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Cooper | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| 308 Percival Rd | Unit 2203 | 3BR,2BA | $1,395 |
| Carriage Place | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,425 |
| Devine & Heidt | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 5th & Sloan | The Sloan | 2BR,2BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Columbia, SC
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Columbia area is the $1.03 price per square foot Unit 2203 Model at 308 Percival Rd in the in the East Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value East Columbia apartment is the The Sloan Model at 5th & Sloan starting at $2,250 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the East Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Columbia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 Percival Rd | Unit 2203 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| 5th & Sloan | The Sloan | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Carriage Place | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| The Cooper | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 1006 Princeton St, Unit 1006 | 1006 Princeton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Towers at Forest Acres | 2B - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Ravenwood Hills | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Devine & Heidt | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| 2603 Kiawah Ave, Unit Kiawah Avenue | 2603 Kiawah Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Capri Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Columbia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Columbia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Columbia Apartment is $1,025 at Capri Apartments.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Columbia is starting from $1,000 at Towers at Forest Acres.
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The best deal on a cheap East Columbia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ravenwood Hills and starts from $1,395.
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